Skates, helmets, and sticks will be available for use -- please make sure your child wears gloves. Please register at TryHockeyForFree.com to participate. The first 40 kids to register will receive a free hockey jersey and goodie bag.

Representatives from the league will be on site to provide information about the various programs offered through Stamford Youth Hockey. Coaches will provide 80 minutes of on-ice hockey instruction. For more information, please contact Nathalie Hade via email at registrar@syha.org

Beachfront Bushwhack, Max's Mile Nov. 11

The Volvo of Stamford Greenwich Cup series of 10 races continues with the Beachfront Bushwhack/Max's Mile at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday Nov. 11. at Tod's Point in Old Greenwich. Early entry fees are $20 for the Beachfront Bushwhack and $15 for Max's Mile. Entry fees on the day of the race are $25 for the Beachfront Bushwhack and $20 for Max's Mile.

Both events encompass cross country running for the whole family, including leaps over hay bales and log jumps while running through secret trails and scenic beachfront paths. Max's Mile is in memory of Maxwell Scotti, who passed away at the age of 7 in 2009 after a courageous battle against cancer. For more info, visit www.threadsandtreads.com or call Threads & Treads at 203-661-0142. The final event in the series is the Jingle Bell Jog at 9 a.m. on Dec. 9.

The CT Lacrosse Hall of Fame committee is excited to announce seven new members for 2012. Topping the list are former Darien High and pro lacrosse standout Jamie Hansford and former veteran Norwalk High lacrosse coach and UConn lacrosse standout Randy McCue. Joining them as 2012 inductees are Ted Garber, Liz Grote, Jeff Gull, Pam Hammersmith and Will Hunter. The dinner will be on Sunday November 11 from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the Aqua Turf in Southington. For more information and to purchase tickets please visit www.ctlacrosse.org